HomeMy WebLinkAbout05151995MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF MAY 15, 1995
The City Council of the City of Port Townsend met in regular session this Fifteenth day of May,
1995, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hail, Mayor John M. Clise presiding.
ROLL CALL
Council members present at Roll Cail were Bill Davidson, Dan Harpole, Julie McCulloch, Ted
Shoulberg, Bob Sokol, and Sheila Westerman. Also present were City Administrator Michael
Hildt, Director of Public Works Bob Wheeler, City Attorney Tim McMahan, Director of Building
& Community Development Dave Robison, Police Chief Jim Newton, Fire Chief Howard Scott,
and Community Development Assiatant Judy Erlandson.
INTRODUCTIONS and/or RECOGNITIONS
Jim Newton introduced new police officer Vera Hazard.
Public Works Director Bob Wheeler introduced Charlie Simpson, the new Operations Maintenance
Superintendent.
AGENDA CHANGES or ADDITIONS
A question arose regarding the contract with Berry Hill Software, so it was moved from Consent
Agenda to New Business item E for discussion.
Added into channeling communications: two letters from Dick Schroeder, Department of Ecology,
to Mr. Robert Wheeler.
CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Sokol made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. The motion
was seconded by Council Member Harpole and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Approvai of the following Bills and Claims:
010 Current Expense 19,741.52
094 Garbage 37,534.20
110 Street 5,011.59
120 Library 7,2271.75
130 Park 1,800.25
150 Hotel/Motel 119.47
170 EMS 1,693.32
180 Capital Improvements 4,749.42
301 95 Storm Prop Acquisition 4,235.38
302 .95 Stormwater Master Plan 1,942.83
310 92 Waste Water Treatment Plant Construction 10,663.83
312 95 Waste Water Secondary Treatment Plant 6,450.60
321 Union Wharf Reconstruction 41.00
330 93 Water Quality Improvement 20,424.45
370 F.A.U.S Construction Project 11.14
371 95 San Juan Ave. Improvements 40.00
372 95 Storm FCAAP #1 Flood Plan 8,746.50
374 95 Waste Water Treatment Plant Eng. 3,894.40
376 95 Water Sewer Rev. Bal. Project 24,740.98
411 Water/Sewer . , 48,444.48
412 Storm and Surface Water 4,211.77
416 1956 SPC1 Water Bond-Res. 19,356.04
500 Equipment Rental 45,635.15
610 Firemen's Pension and Relief 1,089.65
Total $ 277,849.72
Setting Hearings:
Service Activities Corporation (John Pickett), Tides Inn Motel Expansion (9211-03(s))
Hearing for appeal of the Building & Community Development Director's SEPA threshold
determination for June 5, 1995.
Virginia Hollender Variance No. 9503-16 for June 5, 1995.
Approval of Resolutions:
Authorizing Bidding for the Little Quilcene Dam DiVersion.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-55
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT
TOWNSEND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO BID THE REPAIR OF THE
LITI'LE QUILCENE MUNICIPAL WATER DIVERSION.
Approving 1995-1996 Interlocal Drug Task Force Agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-56
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT
TOWNSEND APPROVING THE 1995-1996 INTERLOCAL DRUG TASK
FORCE AGREEMENT.
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Communications:
A memorandum dated May 11, 1995, from Sheila Spears, Building & Community Development
Assistant, to the parties involved in the appeal of the Building & Community Development
Director's SEPA threshold determination on the proposal by Services Activities Corporation to
expand the Tides Inn Motel. The memorandum provides notification of the public hearing
scheduled for June 5, 1995 on this subject.
Meeting Minutes dated April 28, 1995, from Nancy Stroeder, for the Vision Team Meeting of
April 13, 1995.
A letter dated May 9, 1995, from Gary Demich, Washington State Department of Transportation
Olympic Region Administrator, to Mayor John Clise, regarding the next monthly meeting of the
commission, and requesting the Mayor's attendance and participation.
A letter dated May 9, 1995, from City Administrator Michael Hildt, to Mary Paoli responding
to her request for information about establishing loading zones.
A letter to the Mayor from Phyllis Rodgers, Secretary for the Golden Age Club, giving notice that
the Club will discontinue its use of the club house on Hudson Street effective May 31, 1995.
A letter dated April 30, 1995 to Mayor and Council members, from Chris Munro of 5196 Bell
Street, requesting the City not purchase the Thomas Oil site.
A letter dated May 2, 1995, to Council members from Kenneth McBride, President of McBride
Properties, Inc., requesting reassessment of street development requirements for Mason Street.
A letter dated May 1, 1995, from Ginger White of 841 K Street, to Council members, in suppor~
of the City's purchase of the Thomas Oil site.
A letter dated May 5, 1995, from Debora Wirth-Mead, Port Townsend Arts Guild Show
Coordinator, to City Hall, announcing the Arts & Crafts festival on May 13 and 14 this year.
A letter dated May 3, 1995, from Linda Gray of Vancouver, B.C., to Port Townsend Town
Council, requesting additional public restroom facilities downtown.
A letter dated April 24, 1995, from Dick Schroeder, Senior water Quality Inspector, Water
Quality Program, Southwest Regional Office, Department of Ecology, to Mr. Robert L. Wheeler,
Director of Public Works, confirming the positive results of the Biosolids Facility permit
compliance inspections.
A letter dated April 24, 1995, from Dick Schroeder, Senior water Quality Inspector, Watez
Quality Program, Southwest Regional Office, Department of Ecology, to Mr. Robert L. Wheele~
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Director of Public Works, confirming the positive results of the Waste Water Treatment Plant
permit compliance inspectiOns.
This concludes the Consent Agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Orabelle Connally, Library Board Trustee, stated that the library board appreciates the Council
Members coming to library board meetings, so the board decided to start sending a representative
to the City Council meetings.
Bill Kush announced the Summer Enrichment Camp for children in first through fifth grade.
Mayor Clise commended Mr. Kush, for his work in organizing the camp.
Council Member Harpole announced that tomorrow is the Mayor's birthday, so the council
members all sang Happy Birthday to John.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Union Wharf, Shorelines Substantial Development Permit No. 9502-11.
Director of Building & Community Development Dave Robison made a presentation describing
the project. Council Member Harpole excused himself from voting on this presentation because
of his involvement on the Union Wharf Advisory Committee. Mr. Robison explained that a
condition of the grant from Department of Natural Resources requires that no structure be built
beyond the Inner Harbor Line, and described the proposal for the new dock. Mr. Robison
continued by explaining the following: the Historic Preservation Commission approved the
conceptual design; a SEPA Determination of Non Significance has been issued; the proposal as
a whole, is consistent with the goals, policies and standards of the urban Waterfront Plan and the
Shoreline Master Program. Mr. Robison explained the conditions for approval of the project, and
noted that the Shorelines Commission recommends approval.
No public comments were offered. Council discussion ensued.
Public Works Director Bob Wheeler suggested adding an item to include the s b
Park & Ride facility as available parking. Council Member Davidson sugge~g the
language about the Park & Ride after Finding of Fact No. 13.
Council Member Westerman made a motion to approve the Union Wharf Shorelines Substantial
Development Permit No. 9502-11, with minor text changes and addition of Findings Of Fact No.
14, which was seconded by Council Member Shoulberg and passed unanimously by voice vote.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMMITrEE REPORTS
Ilall,%xllll:laK~. Council Member Westerman reported the workgroup is working on revising the
goals and policies, which is almost completed.
Glue and String Committee. Council Member Harpole reported that he is working on the
Comprehensive Plan Video with staff and videographer Mark Welch, and plans to show it at the
June 19, 1995 Council meeting.
Land Use. Council Member Davidson reported the completion of the final draft of goals and
policies, and that the workgroup will be reviewing the land use map, and will be scheduling joint
meetings with the Transportation Workgroup.
STANDING/AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS
Parks, Recreation and Pro.mrty.. Council Member Harpole reported on the last meeting held May
2, at which they discussed the pool, recreation department updates, and the proposed lighting plan
for the Tidal Park. The next meeting is scheduled for May 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Jefferson County. Community. Network Committee. Council Member Perry-Thompson noted the
next meeting will be held on May 22, and requested attendance by another Council Member. Mr.
Shoulberg volunteered.
Utility. Committee. Council Member Shoulberg noted the next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday
May 23, 3:00 p.m. at the Public Works conference room.
Public Safety Committeg, Council Member Sokol reported on a request from the Fire Dept for
additional funds needed to replace worn firefighter gear, which will be presented to the Finance
Committee.
MAYOR's REPORT
Mayor John Clise announced the Association of Washington Cities annual meeting to be held on
June 30. All Council Members are invited and encouraged to attend.
STAFF REPORTS
City Administrator. Michael Hildt reported on the labor relations institute three day seminar
recently held in Yakima.
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Building & Community Development. Director Dave Robison reported on the Comprehensive
Plan progress, which is going well. Mr. Robison suggested that the City do a presentation on the
Gateway development plan with slides at the next Washington State Department of Transportation
meeting, stating that the plan is a good model for other jurisdictions, and that he and staff will
work with Council Members on preparing this presentation.
C.~ Tim McMahan provided status on Initiative 164 and provided guidelines for
Council Members and staff if participating in the Referendum 48. Mr. McMahan stated that the
general consensus around the state of opponents to this initiative is that jurisdictions will be faced
with very high permit processing costs if this initiative is passed. Mr. McMahan provided
additional explanation of the possible effects of this legislation, including: SEPA and other local
regulations require applicants supply sufficient information to make a decision on a proposal, and
1-164 stx~fically disallows this requirement of private property owners; there will be a profound
impact on the time for reviewing, budgeting and cost of development review; and it is clear there
will be years of litigation before all this is sorted out.
Mr. McMahan went on to explain that 98,000 valid signatures will be needed for the referendum
by July 22, 1995, which would 'then put the issue onto the ballot in November, but that if
sufficient signatures are not obtained, the legislation would go into law on July 23~,~,,.
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l~llhlif,__'~f_OX~. Director Bob Wheeler reported on the opening of the swimming~xhnd noted the
inspection results of the waste water treatment plant and sewer facility,,,~las noted in
correspondence.
Police Department. Chief Jim Newton reported that there is no official D.A.R.E. phone
solicitation going on in P.T., although some staff members have received questions about it.
~. Chief Howard Scott reported that the department has a house they will be using
for firefighter training on June 10th.
There were none.
PUBLIC COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
VOTE ON MOTIONS MADE DURING COMMITTEE/STAFF REPORTS
None were made.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Gary. W. Kennedy, Short Plat No. 9411-03 for concurrence.
Dave Robison described the proposal to reorient Lots 7 and 8 along with the adjoining portions
of vacated Sheridan and 57th Streets, in Block 52 of the Montana Addition, and noting that the
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Planning Commission recommends approval.
Council Member Davidson made a morion to approve Findings of Fact and Conclusion of the
Planning Commission, dated April 27, 1995, Gary W. Kennedy and Jerry Haynes Short Plat
Applicarion No. 9411-03, which was seconded by Council Member Westerman and passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Resolurion Authorizing, a New Golf Course Lease.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-57
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT
TOWNSEND APPROVING GOLF COURSE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY AND FESTIVA, L MANAGEMENT, INC.
Council Member Sokol made a morion that the council adopt Resolution No. 95-97 which was
seconded by Council Member McCulloch and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Resolution Approving Schooner Removal Agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-58
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT
TOWNSEND APPROVING SCHOONER REMOVAL AGREEMENT
REGARDING REMOVAL OF SCHOONER FROM CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY
Council Member Westerman made a morion that the council adopt Resolution No. 95-58 which
was seconded by Council Member Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote.
NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 2459
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING AND
RENAMING PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.04
BUSINESS LICENSES TO CHAPTER 5.04 BUSINESS AND OCCUPATION
TAX.
Mr. Hildt read the ordinance by rifle. Council Member McCulloch made a motion that the
first reading be considered the second and the third be by rifle only, which was seconded by
Council Member Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Hildt again read the ordinance by rifle. Council Member McCulloch made a morion that
the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2459 as amended which was seconded by Council Member
Davidson and passed unanimously by roll call vOte.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2460
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND REPEALING
CHAPTERS 5.12, 5.36, AND 5.80 OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL
CODE AND ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 5.08, BUSINESS LICENSES.
Mr. Hildt read the ordinance by title. Council Member Westerman made a motion that the
first reading be considered the second and the third be by title only, which was seconded by
Council Member Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Hildt again read the ordinance by title. A correction was made to the wording of the
ordinance. Council Member Sokol made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 2460
as amended which was seconded by, Council Member Harpole and passed unanimously by roll
call vote.
ORDINANCE NO. 2461
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AMENDING
CHAPTER 5.40, TAXICABS OF THE PORT TOWNSEND MUNICIPAL CODE
TO INCREASE THE FEE FOR A CABDRIVER'S LICENSE.
Mr. Hildt read the ordinance by title. Council Member Sokol made a morion that the first
reading be considered the second and the third be by title only, which was seconded by
Council Member Davidson and passed unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Hildt again read the ordinance by title. A correction was made to the wording of the
ordinance. Council Member Westerman made a motion that the Council adopt Ordinance No.
2461 which was seconded by Council Member Harpole and passed unanimously by roll call
vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-59
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON COUNTY FOR
COMPUTER RECORDS SERVICES.
ENTER INTO AN
DISPATCH AND
Chief Newton explained that this would provide 24 hour dispatch service with the Sheriff's
office instead of hiring another staff member to fulfill these duties, and includes computer
records services for the police department, and all calls will be routed through the county then
transferred to city.
Council Member Westerman made a motion that the council adopt Resolution No. 95-59 which
was seconded by Council Member Sokol and passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-60
A RF~OLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSE~
AlYrHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT WITH BERRY HILL SOFTWARE
FOR COMPUTER SYSTEM CONSULTING FOR THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS.
Council Member Westerman made a motion that the council adopt Resolution No. 95-60 which
was seconded by Council Member Davidson and passed unanimously by voice vote.
COUNCIL MEMBERS GENERAL DISCUSSION
The Council discussed the Draft Poq Townsend City Council Rules, and decided to continue the
discussion at the next meeting, after further consideration and review.-
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Mayor recessed the meeting into executive session at 9:45 p.m. to discuss the Thomas Oil
Property Negotiations. The meeting reconvened in public session at 10:50 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Clise declared the meeting adjourned at 10:55 p.m.
John M. Clise, Mayor
Attest:
Michael Hildt, Acting City Clerk
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